1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 vs. 2000 Seat Salsa
To start off, 2000 Seat Salsa is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 would be higher. At 3,481 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Salsa (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa should accelerate faster than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Salsa weights approximately 370 kg more than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Seat Salsa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 (345 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Salsa. (302 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Salsa. 2000 Seat Salsa has automatic transmission and 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 has manual transmission. 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Seat Salsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | 2000 Seat Salsa | |
| Make | Maserati | Seat |
| Model | Gran Turismo 3500 | Salsa |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3481 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
